1. Save for, Budget, and Plan Travel for Business & Pleasure
Inve$t In Yourself
February 8, 2017
Ericka Reaves, University of Cincinnati
Travel Manager
Jenny Corken, AAA Corporate Travel
Account Manager

2. Challenges in Travel Where should I go? When should I book?
What is the best price?
What should I know before I go?
How do I get my trip booked and paid for?

3. Saving for Trips Business
Plan out all the annual trips you are eligible to take
Consider car rental if destination is close instead of airfare
Book in advance
Apply unused tickets
Pleasure
Put money away in a separate savings account
Save personal frequent guest points
Use a travel point credit card
Book in advance

4. Budget for Trips Business Look at your historical data
Forecast for annual spend changes
Plan for budget items that are not annual (ie. Visa)
Flexible travel dates
Consider Dayton vs. Cincinnati airport
Pleasure
Consider all-inclusive or a cruise
Look at mid-range hotels with free amenities instead of full service
Compare local transportation instead of car rental
Flexible travel dates
Consider Dayton vs. Cincinnati airport

5. Planning for Trips Where are you going? How long is your trip?
Research how much it costs.
Book in advance.
Use travel apps on your smart phone.
Pack light.
Enjoy your trip.

6. Questions